Name/Title
TabarEntry/Object ID
41; Full Code: 41.1.11-AX-IMTags
Axe, Ruturaj Farm ProductDescription
This is a Custom Tabar (Battle Axe), representing a deep personal connection between your land and your collection. While the steel axe head follows the classic Indo-Persian crescent profile, the weapon is unique because the bamboo shaft is harvested from your own farm's growth, making it a "Living Artifact" that bridges your domestic environment with your interest in historical weaponry.
Core Components & Personal Craftsmanship
The Axe Head: Features a classic crescent-shaped cutting edge with a reinforced hammer-poll on the reverse. The steel shows a "battle-honest" patina with historical pitting, suggesting an antique or traditionally forged origin. The head is secured to the shaft via a robust steel socket that distributes the kinetic force of a strike.
The Shaft (Personal Harvest): Crafted from a seasoned "Male" Bamboo culm harvested from your own farm. In your professional "Process reliant" framework, using home-grown material adds a layer of quality control: you know the age, the seasoning process, and the structural integrity of the fibers. The natural nodes (internodes) of the bamboo are prominent, providing built-in ergonomic "stops" for the hands.
Structural Reinforcement: The upper section of the shaft, just below the head, is reinforced with a tightly wound cord wrap (Olive Drab). This serves a critical mechanical purpose: it protects the bamboo from "over-strike" damage (where the wood hits the target instead of the blade) and prevents splitting at the socket interface.
Tactical Tail: The base of the shaft is finished with a simple, tapered end, maintaining the natural aesthetic of the bamboo while keeping the weapon lightweight and maneuverable.Made/Created
Manufacturer
Sahib SinghDate made
circa 2010Place
City
Amritsar, PunjabState/Province
PunjabDimensions
Dimension Description
20"Length
4 inAcquisition
Acquisition Method
Custom MadePlace
City
Amritsar, PunjabState/Province
Punjab